The 20 Best Marcus Gunn Phenomenon Doctors Near Me in Wilmington, DE

Dr. Pimpiroon Ploysangam spent most of her childhood in Bangkok, Thailand. She graduated with distinction from Boston University and received her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati. Her ophthalmology residency was at State University of New York (SUNY) Buffalo, where she served as chief resident and cultivated her interests in pediatrics and oculoplastics. She completed her pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus fellowship at Duke University, followed by an oculoplastics fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Pediatrics has always had a special place in my heart. Pediatric ophthalmology truly marries my love of working with our children with the large scope of practice and surgical procedures. I have a special interest in pediatric oculoplastics. Oculoplastics beautiful balances creativity and anatomy to create an outcome that is functional but also cosmetically appropriate. Every case is unique. As a physician, I recognize that I am sometimes meeting a sick patient and their family at their worst. Such encounters are humbling, and it reminds me that it is a privilege to be my patient’s advocate. Dr. Ploysangam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Marcus Gunn Phenomenon. Her top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Epicanthal Folds, Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, and Microphthalmia Syndromic 9.

Dr. Dorothy Hendricks has been a pediatric ophthalmologist at Nemours for 16 years. She enjoys treating children as they grow and helping to change their lives. I treat children because of the impact that can be made on a child’s life. Even small beneficial changes to a child’s vision can help emotionally, psychologically, and socially. It’s important for me to help children not feel held back. I’m passionate about being part of a multidisciplinary group that can holistically care for a child. By treating a child from birth to adulthood, I can help improve the vision and overall health of a child; allowing the child to thrive and succeed in whatever they choose to do. Dr. Hendricks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Marcus Gunn Phenomenon. Her top areas of expertise are Amblyopia, Strabismus, Retinochoroidal Coloboma, and Esotropia.

Dr. Jin completed her Internship, Residency, and Fellowship at Duke University Medical Center. She has also completed a graduate study on retinal degeneration. Dr. Jin has been with Nemours since 2002. I decided to go into pediatric ophthalmology because my amazing mentors during residency showed me the true value of helping children. I also had two young children of my own at the time, which made me realize the importance of keeping children healthy. I am passionate about working with my skilled team of colleagues to develop the best treatment plans for my patients. I strive to treat children and their families the same way that I would want my family treated. Dr. Jin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Marcus Gunn Phenomenon. Her top areas of expertise are Amblyopia, Strabismus, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Ocular Albinism, and Thrombectomy.

Karen Gripp is a Medical Genetics provider in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Gripp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Marcus Gunn Phenomenon. Her top areas of expertise are Costello Syndrome, RASopathies, Noonan Syndrome, and Gingival Fibromatosis with Hypertrichosis.

I became a pediatric ophthalmologist because the work combines my surgical practice and interests with a specialty that allows me to have an ongoing relationship with many of my patients. A family ophthalmologist, who diagnosed systemic diseases in some of my family members, inspired me to become a physician. That special care and compassion helped shape my life’s work. I do whatever I can to help my patients see clearly. One of my proudest professional moments was early in my career. I had performed cataract surgery on a child and after removing the bandages, I saw him look around for the first time. It took my breath away. Dr. Lehman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Marcus Gunn Phenomenon. Her top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Retinochoroidal Coloboma, Amblyopia, and Legius Syndrome.

Brian White is a Neurologist in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. White has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Marcus Gunn Phenomenon. His top areas of expertise are Papilledema, Agnosia, Strabismus, and Color Blindness.

Paul Tapino is an Ophthalmologist in Media, Pennsylvania. Dr. Tapino is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Marcus Gunn Phenomenon. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Marcus Gunn Phenomenon, and Gomez Lopez Hernandez Syndrome. Dr. Tapino is currently accepting new patients.

Ana Melikishvili is a General Surgeon in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Melikishvili has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Marcus Gunn Phenomenon. Her top areas of expertise are Legius Syndrome, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and RASopathies.

Michael Carunchio is a Neurologist in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Carunchio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Marcus Gunn Phenomenon. His top areas of expertise are Headache, Memory Loss, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease.